These light and fluffy waffles are flavored to taste like banana cream pudding and are drenched with a decadent homemade vanilla syrup.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day right? So it’s the perfect time to go all out. These pancakes are flavored with one of the new McCormick Baking Flavors in Banana Cream. I came across this stuff in the market and couldn’t resist. Who wouldn’t want Banana Cream flavored anything?
This stuff is amazing, it smells just like banana pudding, and it definitely gave the same flavor to these waffles. And before you ask, no this is not a sponsored post. This is just me gushing over how amazing this stuff is. It’s basically like adding vanilla to things, but better!
Speaking of vanilla…did I tell you these waffles are drenched in some amaze-balls homemade vanilla syrup. Yeee-uuuhhhh. And it’s possibly one of the best things I’ve ever made. Not just any syrup would do these waffles justice. I wanted something that would complement the banana cream flavor, and regular syrup just wouldn’t have done it.
Don’t be intimidated by making your own syrup, I’m sure you have all the ingredients in your pantry, and it only takes a few minutes! Trust me, it’s super simple, and will completely astound and amaze people.
Just look at that delightful-ness in there. It’s soooooo good. There are no words.
Banana Cream Waffles with Homemade Vanilla Syrup
Ingredients
Waffles
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2½ tsp McCormick Banana Cream Baking Flavor
Vanilla Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup butter
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vanilla
- 2 cups water
Instructions
Vanilla Syrup
- In medium size pot bring water to a boil. Once boiling add in the sugar and cornstarch. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Add in butter, salt, and vanilla. Stir until butter is completely melted. Allow to cool prior to using.
Waffles
- In medium size mixing bowl combine the flour, salt, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In another medium size bowl beat the eggs. Add in the milk, vegetable oil, and Banana Cream flavoring. Stir to combine.
- Add in the flour mixture. Stir to completely combine.
- Cook in waffle maker until golden brown.
Nutrition
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I searched the internet for a vanilla pancake syrup and was so happy to find yours! I’ve made it a few times now and have a helpful tip. Place the sugar and corn starch in the pan and whisk until combined and THEN add the water and bring to boil. This method keeps any lumps from forming. Delish, thank you!!
Is the flavoring the same as banana extract?
Basically! I would add just a touch of vanilla extract to it.
I have made these twice now and they are delicious! For some reason though when I make the syrup I can never get the corn starch to fully dissolved and there are a few little lumps on her left. Syrup is good enough that we don’t mind too much though
Kelsey, I’ve found that if you whisk the sugar and cornstarch together thoroughly in the saucepan and THEN add the water there are ZERO lumps!
Hi! I’ve made this twice now. My family and I really enjoy it! I do have 1 tip though. I could taste the alcohol from my vanilla extract the first time I made it following your directions, so the second time I made it I added the vanilla in with the water and sugar before boiling 3-5 minutes and that burned all the alcohol taste off! This recipe is a keeper and I’m giving a jar to a friend today as an early Christmas present. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much for the tip Wendi! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe! And what a great gift idea 🙂
Hello!
I am definitely planning on making those! Regarding the syrup though – I have a small family of two, so there’s a slight chance that there will be leftover syrup. Any thoughts on how long that would keep in the fridge, or would I be better off halving the recipe? Thanks for the fabulous recipe!
I was able to keep the syrup for about 3-4 days. For a family of two and if you’re just wanting to use it for the waffles the one day I would recommend halving the recipe 🙂 I hope you enjoy!
Hi!
My husband is wanting me to make these for him but I need to go to the store to buy the flavoring. I haven’t seen these anywhere. Where did you purchase yours? Thank you!
Hi!
My husband is wanting me to make these for him but I need to go to the store to buy the flavoring. I haven’t seen these anywhere. Where did you purchase yours?
Hi Perla 🙂 I bought mine from Tom Thumb, which is the same as Safeway, and Vons depending on where you live. I found it in the baking aisle. I’m pretty sure I’ve seen it at other markets too. It was set up on a small cardboard display, it’s a new product. I hope you find it!
These look so delicious! The flavor is so unique! Love it!
Thank you so much Nancy! Happy Monday!
I am sooooo in love with this idea, Serene! Banana cream?? I didn’t even know they made this stuff! This is definitely going on my brunch list! Pinned!
Thanks so much Justine! You definitely need to check out those baking flavors. They make other flavors too 🙂
Oh my gosh Serene, this looks like the breakfast of my dreams! Banana cream waffles and that glorious vanilla syrup?? Genius!!! Pinning 🙂
Thanks so much Kelly, you’re so sweet! Thanks for the pin.
Gahhh that vanilla syrup!!! It looks delicious! Love pancakes and banana and that vanilla syrup just put this over the top! Pinned!
Thanks so much Lindsey! Thanks for the pin 🙂 Happy Monday!
Yum! Maybe I need to plan a brunch just to serve these yummy waffles!
Thanks so much Chloe! They are definitely scrumptious! Thanks for stopping by I hope you have a great week!
Oh my gosh! Banana Cream flavoring!! I never knew that existed! I totally want to make these now!
Right!?? The stuff is amazing, they make other flavors too. They’re in the baking aisle by the frostings and such. I may have to go get some other flavors and make some more stuff!
I want to bathe in that vanilla syrup. That’s normal, right? ha 😉
It absolutely is!! I want to do the same thing 🙂 Thanks so much Sarah!
Oh my gosh lady! These waffles looks gorgeous! Crispy, golden, and dripping with that incredible vanilla syrup!
Thanks so much Danae 🙂 That vanilla syrup is a must make! Thanks for the sweet comment 🙂
Holy sweetness! This looks amazzzzing! I love the fruity banananess plus the vanilla syrup. Genius!
Thanks so much Amanda! The banananess definitely makes the meal 🙂
Breakfast IS the most important meal of the day! So important, in fact, that sometimes it should be lunch and dinner, too! lol. I love the looks of these!
Thanks so much Ashley 🙂 and I definitely agree with the breakfast all day long idea!
These sound so delicious. I love the vanilla syrup too.
Thanks so much Christie 🙂 that vanilla syrup makes the meal! I’m going to start putting that stuff on everything!
Serene, when is breakfast? I want some of these 🙂
Thanks so much Beth! They make a perfect lunch and dinner too 😉